muscular
Relating to the muscles of the body or having well-developed, strong muscles. It is also used metaphorically to describe something that is powerful, forceful, or vigorous in its approach.
Examples
3 of 5He has a very muscular build from years of working as a professional athlete.
He has a very muscular build from years of working as a professional athlete.
The patient showed signs of improved muscular coordination after three months of specialized physical therapy.
The patient showed signs of improved muscular coordination after three months of specialized physical therapy.
Look at that muscular guy lifting the heavy sofa all by himself!
Look at that muscular guy lifting the heavy sofa all by himself!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'Muscle'. Add 'ar' to describe how a body looks. Imagine a 'Muscular' person lifting a heavy 'Car'.
Quick Quiz
The athlete's ___________ development was the result of a strict training regime and diet.
Correct!
The correct answer is: muscular
Examples
He has a very muscular build from years of working as a professional athlete.
everydayHe has a very muscular build from years of working as a professional athlete.
The patient showed signs of improved muscular coordination after three months of specialized physical therapy.
formalThe patient showed signs of improved muscular coordination after three months of specialized physical therapy.
Look at that muscular guy lifting the heavy sofa all by himself!
informalLook at that muscular guy lifting the heavy sofa all by himself!
The research focuses on the muscular response to sustained anaerobic exercise in high-altitude environments.
academicThe research focuses on the muscular response to sustained anaerobic exercise in high-altitude environments.
The company adopted a more muscular approach to negotiations to secure the international contract.
businessThe company adopted a more muscular approach to negotiations to secure the international contract.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
muscular effort
muscular effort
muscular system
muscular system
muscular Christianity
muscular Christianity
Often Confused With
'Masculine' refers to qualities typically associated with men, while 'muscular' refers specifically to physical muscle development.
'Muscle' is a noun referring to the tissue, whereas 'muscular' is the adjective describing the state or quality of having muscles.
Usage Notes
While primarily used to describe physical appearance, 'muscular' is increasingly used in political or business contexts to mean 'assertive' or 'forceful'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the noun 'muscle' as an adjective (e.g., 'a muscle man') instead of the more standard 'muscular man'.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'Muscle'. Add 'ar' to describe how a body looks. Imagine a 'Muscular' person lifting a heavy 'Car'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'musculus', meaning 'little mouse', because the shape of a contracting muscle was thought to look like a mouse moving under the skin.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many modern societies, a muscular physique is often culturally associated with health, discipline, and personal success.
Quick Quiz
The athlete's ___________ development was the result of a strict training regime and diet.
Correct!
The correct answer is: muscular
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